Traffic Engineers
Empowering Communities through Innovative Transportation Solutions

The role of traffic engineers is more pronounced than ever. Developing and implementing sophisticated systems to refine road networks while ensuring exceptional safety, efficiency and adaptability is a fundamental contemporary transportation requirement. Their contributions are crucial in enhancing road infrastructure that effectively facilitates daily commuting and strengthens economic progress, significantly elevating living standards.

Traffic Engineers (TEI) is an employee-owned company that sets the benchmark in transportation system innovations. It specializes in creating comprehensive solutions that integrate multiple modes of travel to ensure efficient movement for all users.

Renowned for its exceptional impact on transportation planning and engineering, the company is dedicated to crafting safe, efficient and convenient mobility solutions that strengthen community ties. This has enabled the creation of vibrant, connected and safe environments throughout Texas and beyond, showcasing TEI's comprehensive expertise in these critical areas.

“Our purpose is to empower the next generation of changemakers to advance the health and prosperity of communities through transportation,” says Rachel Carleton, president and CEO.

Every initiative exemplifies its dedication to transforming mobility through innovation and creativity. The team listens attentively to client and community needs, ensuring each project is handled diligently. This approach has earned the trust and appreciation of clients who value its exclusivity and practicality. Community engagement at TEI goes beyond gathering feedback. The focus is on obtaining high-quality information that reflects the true impact of projects on the community. This approach ensures that planning and design processes are inclusive and implementable, providing clients with meaningful inputs and long-term support for implementation.

Expertise in active transportation planning is one of the company’s strengths, demonstrated in its commitment to creating places and networks for people to walk and bike safely. It prioritizes safety and accessibility to ensure the community uses and values the projects. TEI acknowledges that the functionality of these facilities depends on its seamless integration with the surrounding land and destinations.

The approach to street design emphasizes the importance of multimodal networks. Central to TEI’s work is its advocacy for complete streets, which provide safe access to various destinations in a community. It operates within a broader framework, meticulously ensuring that selected roadways have the necessary multimodal options and the design fits the surrounding environment.

Our purpose is to empower the next generation of changemakers to advance the health and prosperity of communities through transportation.

Innovative intersections are another hallmark of TEI, finding the best solutions to maximize safety and efficiency. Engineers evaluate all options to ensure the intersections outperform traditional designs and align with clients’ goals.

This extends to the broader mission shared by its team of highly qualified engineers, planners and public engagement professionals who collaborate to deliver state-of-the-practice results. It understands that communities are more than just buildings and roads; they are living environments brought to life by people. This perspective drives the company to create transportation networks that are safe, comfortable and accessible for people of all ages, abilities and incomes.

TEI’s expertise in intelligent transportation systems and signal design improves traffic flow, enhances safety and provides better destination access. It stays abreast of the latest technology to ensure clients receive the most effective recommendations.

Building on its foundational experience and professional expertise, the company excels in transit planning. It understands how transit systems operate and how to improve them effectively. TEI provides recommendations that enhance transit service and increase ridership, whether designing a new transit network or upgrading existing services.

Its commitment to innovative solutions and active community engagement, combined with a result-oriented approach, positions TEI as the go-to partner in the industry. The company's comprehensive strategies ensure that transportation systems effectively meet the needs and proactively anticipate future challenges, driving progress while enhancing the quality of life for all community members.